The Sinclair Spirit
Excellence
Striving to constantly improve customer satisfaction, provide innovative solutions and adapt to the industry's ever- changing trends and needs.
Respect
For each other and demonstrated to you through our thoughtfulness, appreciation, regard and consideration.
Service
Friendly, knowledgeable and experienced people that understand the importance of responsiveness and reliability.
Trust
Integrity and candour in providing unsurpassed customer care and offering swift and effective solutions imparting you with confidence and peace of mind to focus on your priorities.
A Message From Our President
Dear Valued Customer,
After more than 50 years of providing quality products and premier services, Sinclair Dental has become a leader and trusted provider to the Canadian dental market, an incredible legacy left by our founder, the late Dr. Arjang Nowtash.
Today, Sinclair Dental has 11 facilities coast to coast, and 650 members focused on dentistry's increasing technical requirements. Sinclair Dental has become known for its excellence in customer service and technical support, clinic design services, and the provision of supplies, digital equipment, and software from the world's leading manufacturers. Our success is a reflection of the trust and confidence our customers have put in Sinclair Dental, and our team works hard every day to exceed expectations and deliver the highest value possible to customers.
Recently, Sinclair Dental was acquired by Medline Canada, Corporation, the country's fastest-growing medical supplies and equipment distributor, serving the Canadian healthcare continuum nationwide. As a Medline company that will continue to operate under the Sinclair Dental name, we have a solid foundation for future growth and customer service excellence, offering a broad product portfolio and a strong and efficient supply chain network.
With Sinclair’s deep dental market expertise, products and clinical services and Medline’s supply chain network, distribution excellence and quality medical supplies, you can expect the highest level of value and customer experience our industry has to offer.
We couldn't be more excited about the next chapter for Sinclair Dental, and we look forward to a long future serving you with excellence.
Sincerely,
John Morrison
President
Sinclair Dental
Dr. Arjang Nowtash – the Sinclair Spirit
Modern day Sinclair Dental, as it is known today, may have been formed under the leadership and direction of Dr. Arjang Nowtash but it took Arjang a lifetime of work and dedication to accomplish this achievement.
Arjang grew up in Iran surrounded by the dental business. He began his career in his adolescence alongside his father, a denturist by trade. As Arjang grew older, he thought that he could serve the dental community best by becoming a dentist himself, but the call to work with his father was too great and he eventually joined his father in his business as a dental supplies distributor.
Fast forward to 1983, due to some changes within Iran, Arjang and his family moved to their new home of Canada. In 1987, Arjang came across an opportunity to own a dental supply business in North Vancouver. He jumped at the chance and in 1988 he became the proud new owner of Sinclair Dental. Under Arjang’s leadership, together with a passionate and supportive team, Sinclair Dental grew from a local dealer with a dozen employees to a national, full-service company with a team of 600-plus members.
Arjang was proud and honoured to call himself a Canadian. He regularly contributed to philanthropic campaigns near and dear to his heart. He was always grateful for his good fortune and focused his efforts on giving back to the local communities and improving the health of the underprivileged, both inside and outside of Canada.
In 2018, in Arjang’s 30th year of ownership, he passed away. He was proud to have his sons work alongside him. In his 72 years, Arjang lived a bright life with vigour and energy. It was always evident that Arjang loved his Sinclair family. His spirit and legacy continue to live within Sinclair Dental.
Company History
- 1971
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Sinclair Dental Established
Bruce Sinclair left Denco in 1971 to enter the dental supply business and founded Sinclair Dental which was initially run from his West Vancouver home. As a result of securing key distribution agreements with several industry leading dental manufacturers, Bruce was able to develop Sinclair Dental into a company with a dozen employees and annual sales of $1.5 million in British Columbia.
Sinclair Dental Established
Bruce Sinclair left Denco in 1971 to enter the dental supply business and founded Sinclair Dental which was initially run from his West Vancouver home. As a result of securing key distribution agreements with several industry leading dental manufacturers, Bruce was able to develop Sinclair Dental into a company with a dozen employees and annual sales of $1.5 million in British Columbia.
- 1987
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During an Unassuming Drive…
During an unassuming drive along one of North Vancouver's side streets in 1987, Dr. Arjang Nowtash chanced upon Sinclair Dental and by early 1988 was the proud owner of the company that would ultimately be the instrument of his success. Over the next few years, Arjang passionately immersed himself in Sinclair gleaning an intimate understanding of all facets of the company that he completely restructured and positioned for its unprecedented growth.
During an Unassuming Drive…
During an unassuming drive along one of North Vancouver's side streets in 1987, Dr. Arjang Nowtash chanced upon Sinclair Dental and by early 1988 was the proud owner of the company that would ultimately be the instrument of his success. Over the next few years, Arjang passionately immersed himself in Sinclair gleaning an intimate understanding of all facets of the company that he completely restructured and positioned for its unprecedented growth.
- 1988
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New Beginnings
The decade of expansion that followed was almost totally internally generated. Known for his fierce independence and instinctive beliefs, Arjang was able to attract many of the industry's finest sales people and, through their flexible and unique approach to meeting the changing needs of the profession, Sinclair Dental became the leading full-service dental supply company in Western Canada. This period was also marked by a significant increase in the company's scope of products and services, revolutionary improvements to distribution and equipment servicing as well as its reputation for providing complete dental office design and installation.
New Beginnings
The decade of expansion that followed was almost totally internally generated. Known for his fierce independence and instinctive beliefs, Arjang was able to attract many of the industry's finest sales people and, through their flexible and unique approach to meeting the changing needs of the profession, Sinclair Dental became the leading full-service dental supply company in Western Canada. This period was also marked by a significant increase in the company's scope of products and services, revolutionary improvements to distribution and equipment servicing as well as its reputation for providing complete dental office design and installation.
- 1990
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Winnipeg Branch Opened
Winnipeg Branch Opened
- 1993
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Calgary Branch Opened
Calgary Branch Opened
- 1994
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Edmonton Branch Opened
Edmonton branch was opened. As well, the rapid expansion of the company resulted in outgrowing its original quarters and Sinclair had to move to a new location.
Edmonton Branch Opened
Edmonton branch was opened. As well, the rapid expansion of the company resulted in outgrowing its original quarters and Sinclair had to move to a new location.
- 2000
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Toronto and London Branches Opened
Sinclair continued its expansion eastward into Ontario by first opening a branch in Toronto and subsequently, in London.
Toronto and London Branches Opened
Sinclair continued its expansion eastward into Ontario by first opening a branch in Toronto and subsequently, in London.
- 2002
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Ottawa Branch Opened
Sinclair Dental continued its Ontario expansion by opening up a branch In Ottawa.
Ottawa Branch Opened
Sinclair Dental continued its Ontario expansion by opening up a branch In Ottawa.
- 2005
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New State-of-the-Art Head-Office
In late 2005, just over a decade after the last move, Sinclair moved into its new state-of-the-art head-office facility in North Vancouver.
New State-of-the-Art Head-Office
In late 2005, just over a decade after the last move, Sinclair moved into its new state-of-the-art head-office facility in North Vancouver.
- 2005
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Regina Branch Opened
In 2005, Sinclair opened its Saskatchewan branch in Regina.
Regina Branch Opened
In 2005, Sinclair opened its Saskatchewan branch in Regina.
- 2006
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Montréal and Québec City Branches Opened
In 2006, Sinclair continued its road eastwards to Québec when it proudly announced the simultaneous opening of 2 new branches in Montréal and Québec City.
Montréal and Québec City Branches Opened
In 2006, Sinclair continued its road eastwards to Québec when it proudly announced the simultaneous opening of 2 new branches in Montréal and Québec City.
- 2014
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Halifax Branch Opened
In January 2014, Sinclair’s Halifax branch opened its doors to serving clients in the Maritimes. The expansion into the Maritimes provides Sinclair the opportunity to offer its products and services, to clients, coast to coast.
Halifax Branch Opened
In January 2014, Sinclair’s Halifax branch opened its doors to serving clients in the Maritimes. The expansion into the Maritimes provides Sinclair the opportunity to offer its products and services, to clients, coast to coast.
- 2018
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New Toronto Distribution Centre Opened
In 2018, Sinclair Dental built a new 45,000 square foot distribution centre as a commitment to better serve central and eastern Canada. The Toronto facility will ensure fast shipping, end-to-end service and a comprehensive showroom featuring the most up to date technology available to the dental community.
New Toronto Distribution Centre Opened
In 2018, Sinclair Dental built a new 45,000 square foot distribution centre as a commitment to better serve central and eastern Canada. The Toronto facility will ensure fast shipping, end-to-end service and a comprehensive showroom featuring the most up to date technology available to the dental community.
- 2021
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Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary
On March 30th, 1971, Sinclair Dental was established. Since then, we have grown from a company with a dozen employees to the largest privately-owned Canadian full-service dental distributor. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Celebrating Our 50th Anniversary
On March 30th, 1971, Sinclair Dental was established. Since then, we have grown from a company with a dozen employees to the largest privately-owned Canadian full-service dental distributor. We couldn’t have done it without you!
- Today
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A True Success Story
Today, Sinclair Dental prides itself on maintaining its warm family culture. With a dedicated team of over 650 employees at 11 offices across the country, the company looks forward with confidence to expanding its renowned sales, service and support from coast to coast while continuing to evolve to meet the increasingly technical requirements of dentistry today. Most importantly, Sinclair Dental remains steadfastly committed to maintaining its close relationships and forging new partnerships in the dental profession.
A True Success Story
Today, Sinclair Dental prides itself on maintaining its warm family culture. With a dedicated team of over 650 employees at 11 offices across the country, the company looks forward with confidence to expanding its renowned sales, service and support from coast to coast while continuing to evolve to meet the increasingly technical requirements of dentistry today. Most importantly, Sinclair Dental remains steadfastly committed to maintaining its close relationships and forging new partnerships in the dental profession.
Career Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in Sinclair Dental. A career with us can be highly rewarding. Interested applicants should forward their resumes to [email protected]. As we receive many inquiries for positions, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.